George B. Duke Engineering & Information Tech Building
Date: 2022
Location: Bradford, PA
Fiber: FORTA-FERRO®
Project Description
Both the Construction Manager and the Ready Mix Producer preferred to use FORTA-FERRO macro synthetic fibers instead of traditional steel reinforcement. FORTA-FERRO was chosen due to its crack resistance capabilities as well as its ability to lower overall costs of the project.
Technical Specifications
- Fiber Reinforcement: FORTA-FERRO® 2¼”
- Application: Slab-on-Metal Deck
- Dosage: 4.0 lb/cu yd
- Replaced: Specified 6×6 Wire Mesh
- Total Project Size: 800 yd
- Delivery Method: Pumped
- Finishing Method: Troweled
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